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The polymer in solution is called the ______.
The polymer in solution is called the ______.
flash
If no flash occurs, it is possible that there was insufficient ______ in the mold.
If no flash occurs, it is possible that there was insufficient ______ in the mold.
dough
In Stage 4, the mass becomes more cohesive and ______-like.
In Stage 4, the mass becomes more cohesive and ______-like.
rubber
The flask must be closed properly with a -to- contact.
The flask must be closed properly with a -to- contact.
In Stage 5, the dough has completely ______ and cannot be packed into the mold space.
In Stage 5, the dough has completely ______ and cannot be packed into the mold space.
The bench curing process involves keeping the flask at a room temperature for - minutes.
The bench curing process involves keeping the flask at a room temperature for - minutes.
According to ADA SPEC.#12, the dough should be moldable for at least ______ minutes.
According to ADA SPEC.#12, the dough should be moldable for at least ______ minutes.
The heating process of the resin is essential to achieve the ______ of the resin.
The heating process of the resin is essential to achieve the ______ of the resin.
Synthetic resin is composed of ______, which are complex molecules of high molecular weight.
Synthetic resin is composed of ______, which are complex molecules of high molecular weight.
The term ______ refers to the molecular fragment with an unpaired electron.
The term ______ refers to the molecular fragment with an unpaired electron.
In the polymerization process, low molecular weight compounds called ______ are converted to high molecular weight compounds.
In the polymerization process, low molecular weight compounds called ______ are converted to high molecular weight compounds.
Thermoplastic materials can be molded without chemical change by softening them under ______.
Thermoplastic materials can be molded without chemical change by softening them under ______.
A ______ is formed from large numbers of single molecules during polymerization.
A ______ is formed from large numbers of single molecules during polymerization.
Copolymers consist of two or more different ______.
Copolymers consist of two or more different ______.
Thermoset materials undergo a ______ during the molding process, making them chemically distinct from their original substance.
Thermoset materials undergo a ______ during the molding process, making them chemically distinct from their original substance.
______ are materials that may include adhesives and root canal sealers.
______ are materials that may include adhesives and root canal sealers.
Fracture of the denture can occur from ______ while polishing.
Fracture of the denture can occur from ______ while polishing.
Athletic mouth protectors and orthodontic appliances are made from ______ materials.
Athletic mouth protectors and orthodontic appliances are made from ______ materials.
Internal ______ are found within the denture base, often in the thick portions.
Internal ______ are found within the denture base, often in the thick portions.
A ______ polymer has a high molecular network structure that is more durable.
A ______ polymer has a high molecular network structure that is more durable.
One cause of porosities is the vaporization of the ______.
One cause of porosities is the vaporization of the ______.
Soft liners are used for severe undercuts of the ______.
Soft liners are used for severe undercuts of the ______.
Acrylic resin teeth are made from acrylic and modified acrylic ______.
Acrylic resin teeth are made from acrylic and modified acrylic ______.
Heat-cured Resin is processed by ______ to form a single large molecule of high molecular weight.
Heat-cured Resin is processed by ______ to form a single large molecule of high molecular weight.
Self-cured Resin is also known as ______ and is chemically activated to cure at room temperature.
Self-cured Resin is also known as ______ and is chemically activated to cure at room temperature.
Light-cured Resin polymerizes through exposure to ______ light.
Light-cured Resin polymerizes through exposure to ______ light.
Condensation Polymerization is also known as ______-growth polymerization.
Condensation Polymerization is also known as ______-growth polymerization.
In Condensation Polymerization, new atoms join with others to form ______, such as water or ammonia.
In Condensation Polymerization, new atoms join with others to form ______, such as water or ammonia.
Addition Polymerization is characterized by an ______ reaction.
Addition Polymerization is characterized by an ______ reaction.
Poly (methyl methacrylate) is a type of ______ commonly used in dentistry for its clarity and stability.
Poly (methyl methacrylate) is a type of ______ commonly used in dentistry for its clarity and stability.
Acrylic Resins are derivatives of ______.
Acrylic Resins are derivatives of ______.
The principal component of the powder in dental resins is Poly (Methyl Methacrylate), which is present as small ______ or pearls.
The principal component of the powder in dental resins is Poly (Methyl Methacrylate), which is present as small ______ or pearls.
For Addition Polymerization, a requisite is the presence of a ______ bond and a free radical.
For Addition Polymerization, a requisite is the presence of a ______ bond and a free radical.
Organic Amine acts as an organic accelerator to decompose ______ at room temperature.
Organic Amine acts as an organic accelerator to decompose ______ at room temperature.
Methyl methacrylate is a clear ______ liquid at room temperature.
Methyl methacrylate is a clear ______ liquid at room temperature.
The boiling point of methyl methacrylate is at ______ °C.
The boiling point of methyl methacrylate is at ______ °C.
The first step in denture base construction is ______ making.
The first step in denture base construction is ______ making.
Construction of the master/working cast follows the ______ making step.
Construction of the master/working cast follows the ______ making step.
After wax elimination, the assembly is placed into boiling ______ for 5-10 minutes.
After wax elimination, the assembly is placed into boiling ______ for 5-10 minutes.
One of the functions of applying colorgard is to prevent ______ from entering the resin.
One of the functions of applying colorgard is to prevent ______ from entering the resin.
The metal flask used in investing has ______ parts.
The metal flask used in investing has ______ parts.
The packing of resin into the mold space utilizes ______ and injection molding techniques.
The packing of resin into the mold space utilizes ______ and injection molding techniques.
The curing stage follows the ______ closure in the denture base construction process.
The curing stage follows the ______ closure in the denture base construction process.
What is the primary goal of the dough forming time according to ADA SPEC.#12?
What is the primary goal of the dough forming time according to ADA SPEC.#12?
Describe the significance of stage 4 in the polymerization process.
Describe the significance of stage 4 in the polymerization process.
What happens to the dough during the stiff stage?
What happens to the dough during the stiff stage?
Explain the role of the metal-to-metal contact during the flask closing process.
Explain the role of the metal-to-metal contact during the flask closing process.
What is the purpose of bench curing in the molding process?
What is the purpose of bench curing in the molding process?
How does the curing cycle affect the properties of the resin?
How does the curing cycle affect the properties of the resin?
What is the significance of preventing flash during the molding process?
What is the significance of preventing flash during the molding process?
Why is it important for the dough to remain moldable for at least 5 minutes during processing?
Why is it important for the dough to remain moldable for at least 5 minutes during processing?
What is the main characteristic of self-cured resin regarding its curing process?
What is the main characteristic of self-cured resin regarding its curing process?
How does light-cured resin initiate the polymerization process?
How does light-cured resin initiate the polymerization process?
What type of by-products are typically produced during condensation polymerization?
What type of by-products are typically produced during condensation polymerization?
Identify one primary use of elastomeric impression materials.
Identify one primary use of elastomeric impression materials.
What is the significance of a double bond in addition polymerization?
What is the significance of a double bond in addition polymerization?
What process is referred to as 'step-growth polymerization'?
What process is referred to as 'step-growth polymerization'?
Describe the primary characteristic of addition polymerization compared to condensation polymerization.
Describe the primary characteristic of addition polymerization compared to condensation polymerization.
What is Poly (Methyl Methacrylate) commonly used for in dentistry?
What is Poly (Methyl Methacrylate) commonly used for in dentistry?
What are acrylic resins derived from?
What are acrylic resins derived from?
What types of materials can be made using light-cured resins?
What types of materials can be made using light-cured resins?
What is polymerization, and what are its end products?
What is polymerization, and what are its end products?
Define thermoplastic and thermoset materials based on their thermal behavior.
Define thermoplastic and thermoset materials based on their thermal behavior.
What role do free radicals play in the polymerization process?
What role do free radicals play in the polymerization process?
Explain what a cross-linked polymer is.
Explain what a cross-linked polymer is.
What distinguishes copolymers from other polymers?
What distinguishes copolymers from other polymers?
How are athletic mouth protectors typically fabricated?
How are athletic mouth protectors typically fabricated?
Describe the impact of thermal behavior on resin applications in dentistry.
Describe the impact of thermal behavior on resin applications in dentistry.
What is the significance of softening agents in synthetic resins?
What is the significance of softening agents in synthetic resins?
Why are self-cured resins also referred to as chemically activated resins?
Why are self-cured resins also referred to as chemically activated resins?
What characteristics make poly(methyl methacrylate) a preferred resin in dentistry?
What characteristics make poly(methyl methacrylate) a preferred resin in dentistry?
What are the common causes of fracture in denture bases?
What are the common causes of fracture in denture bases?
Describe the process and purpose of trimming and polishing denture bases.
Describe the process and purpose of trimming and polishing denture bases.
What are internal porosities and list two causes of their development in denture bases.
What are internal porosities and list two causes of their development in denture bases.
Explain the purpose of soft liners in denture fabrication.
Explain the purpose of soft liners in denture fabrication.
What is the role of self-curing acrylic resin in denture repair?
What is the role of self-curing acrylic resin in denture repair?
What role does Benzoyl Peroxide play in the polymerization process of acrylic resins?
What role does Benzoyl Peroxide play in the polymerization process of acrylic resins?
How does Titanium Dioxide affect the translucency of dental polymers?
How does Titanium Dioxide affect the translucency of dental polymers?
What is the significance of the Sandy Stage in the polymerization of acrylic resins?
What is the significance of the Sandy Stage in the polymerization of acrylic resins?
What is the function of Dibutyl Phthalate in acrylic resin formulations?
What is the function of Dibutyl Phthalate in acrylic resin formulations?
What components are typically used as inorganic pigments in denture base resins?
What components are typically used as inorganic pigments in denture base resins?
Explain the purpose of Hydroquinone in the storage of acrylic resins.
Explain the purpose of Hydroquinone in the storage of acrylic resins.
What is the goal of using cross-linking agents like Glycol Dimethacrylate in acrylic resins?
What is the goal of using cross-linking agents like Glycol Dimethacrylate in acrylic resins?
What changes occur in the polymer structure during the Rubbery Stage of polymerization?
What changes occur in the polymer structure during the Rubbery Stage of polymerization?
Why are multifaceted methacrylates like UDMA employed in acrylic resins?
Why are multifaceted methacrylates like UDMA employed in acrylic resins?
Describe the general impact of Talc or Gelatin when added to acrylic resin formulations.
Describe the general impact of Talc or Gelatin when added to acrylic resin formulations.
